Lather

/ˈlæðər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A frothy mass of bubbles formed on a liquid, especially soap or shampoo, when agitated.

She created a thick lather from the shampoo before applying it to her hair.

A state of agitation or excitement.

The fans were in a lather by the time the concert was about to start.

verb

To form a lather or foam.

Make sure to thoroughly lather the soap before scrubbing your hands.

To become agitated or excited.

He was beginning to lather up about the unfair treatment he received.

Middle English 'latheren', from Old English 'laþrian', meaning to wash or to make slippery.

lather up:

To apply soap or foam generously.

in a lather:

In a state of agitation or excitement.

To get extremely excited or worked up.

He was lathered up about his favorite team winning the game.